Red Honey Dwarf Gourami - (No Online Purchases)

Name: Red Honey Dwarf Gourami (Red Honey Gourami)- (No Online Purchases)

Scientific Name:Trichogaster chuna (Red colour variety)

Description: A beautiful freshwater gourami known for its vibrant orange-red colouration, peaceful temperament and gentle swimming behaviour. This selectively bred colour variety of the Honey Gourami features warm red and orange tones, with males generally displaying more intense colouration, particularly during courtship. Its small size and calm nature make it an excellent addition to peaceful community aquariums and planted tanks. Like other gouramis, it possesses a specialised labyrinth organ that allows it to breathe atmospheric air from the water's surface.

Origin: India and Bangladesh – Native to the Ganges and Brahmaputra river systems. The red colour variety is commercially bred for the aquarium trade.

pH: Approximately 6.0–7.5

Temperature: Around 22–28°C

Adult Size: Approximately 5–6 cm

Lifespan: Approximately 3–5 years with proper care.

Food: Omnivorous. Accepts high-quality tropical flakes, small pellets, frozen and live foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, bloodworms and insect larvae. A varied diet containing both plant and animal-based foods helps maintain good health, growth and vibrant natural colouration.

Compatibility: Peaceful and generally shy. Suitable for community aquariums with small tetras, rasboras, Corydoras, peaceful loaches and other similarly sized non-aggressive species. Can be maintained individually, in compatible pairs or in small groups where adequate space and hiding places are provided. Males may become territorial during breeding. Avoid aggressive, boisterous or fin-nipping tank mates.

Habitat: Prefers a well-planted aquarium with clean, stable water conditions and gentle water movement. Provide dense planting, floating plants, driftwood and natural decorations to create sheltered areas and encourage natural behaviour. These gouramis generally inhabit the middle and upper levels of the aquarium and require unobstructed access to the water's surface to breathe air. A secure aquarium lid with an air gap above the water is recommended. Regular water changes and stable water parameters are important for maintaining good health.